Book Ninth: Chapters XXIX - XXXII Summary

Prior to her departure, Kate has visited Densher in his hotel, and their love has been consummated. He is remaining in Venice, as requested by Kate, in order to fulfill the plan to marry Milly, but is obsessed with the memory of his final moments with Kate. Each day, he visits Milly, eventually admitting to her that he has remained because of her.

In chapter thirty, for three weeks, Densher continues his visits with Milly. On the twentieth day, however, he is turned away by Eugenio, who states that Milly and Susan are not receiving guests. Confused, Densher walks the city and spies Lord Mark in a cafe. Clearly, Lord Mark is in Venice in pursuit of Milly and has most certainly visited her on that day. Densher stays away for three days...